Welcome to ArKadian Grove ~ a magical place hidden within.
Close your eyes and listen within, a world inside glows with life and light, like a forest of trees we interconnect, branches and leaves give ease to the wind.
Here in the ArKadian Grove we explore the liquid-like nature of the universe by diving into a psychedelic sea and a somatic world of blindfolded movement and dance. Much like ancient shaman we journey through a portal into another world. This is our spiritual path as part of our experienced based religion to connect to source through sightless psychedelic transcendental contact improv. We evolve through this portal of self for the sake of personal and collective evolution and divine transformation.
Contact improvisational blindfolded movement is, on its own, a window into the liquid-like nature of the universe, an experience some might feel as a divine communion. 5meO is also a window into this subjective realm in which the objective world melts away. Together they provide a unique and unparalleled portal into this divine world of ineffable formless emergence while the embodied aspect of movement allows us to anchor and vent the flow of the psychedelic experience.
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What is 5meO-DMT? .. an experiential place of profound connection to source.
5meO-DMT is the most powerful psychedelic in the world, a naturally occurring entheogen that exists in the brains and nervous systems of humans and a wide variety of plants and animals, including the Bufo Alvarius toad found in the Sonoran Desert of North America.
Some have called it the ‘GoD molecule’ as it is the only substance known, in very minute quantities, it allows us to quickly drop into a unique state of non-duality with the liquid-like nature of the universe. Its profound effects are like stepping into a sea and feeling the very fabric of your soul becoming the sea.. or perhaps even more simply ~ water itself. Its subjective nature dissolves our objective understanding of the world as we know it and our own sense of self if we are ready to relax our ego.
On a neurological level 5meO has a neurogenesis effect and increases the number of communicative 'fingers' (dendritic spine formation) on neurons of the medial cortex in the brain and our overall brain connectivity and adaptability, also known as neuroplasticity. The psychedelic state induced interpolates order and form from the formless sensory input. When we immerse ourselves in a somatic sensory environment that’s in constant flux it maximizes the interpolative aspect of 5meO giving birth to meaning.
Ego dissolution ~ the dissolving of oneself into the greater whole is one of the most profound and incredible experiences one can have. It is not a journey one should consider lightly, but with proper preparation and time for integration it can be a highly rewarding and transformational experience.
Ego ReFormation ~ Coming back to yourself. As our neurological pattern of self re-center we come back to the world of form. Our family, our friends, our job.. a deep realization that our idea of home on Earth.. becomes home in a universe that's wider, deeper and more vast than we ever imagined. That our true home is where the heart is.. however beautiful or painful that may feel at times.
Integration ~ How am I not myself? How is it that you have lived your life thinking aspects of yourself that aren't you are your true self? A healthy part of the transformational path is to question the self and to take time to integrate the answers that have emerged from a birds eye view of who you are.
~ Experiences ~ Overview
Personal journey to find your ideal shwirLeveL
Our goal is not to blast off into the vast expanse of the macrocosm.. it's to gently ease your microcosmic orb of awesome into alignment with the macrocosmic orb of awe.
This is a fine tuned calibration of self to the liquid-like nature of the universe spread over the course of two or three sessions so as not to expect too much within one session and to release fears that block one to the subtle space hidden within.
Blindfold optional ~ Duration: 3-5hr
Group journey to discover the depths
This is a small group journey and deep dive into the divine. By now you should know your sweet spot and you want to explore the depths.
After we shwirL in the collective vibrations of connection.. we put away the blindfolds and bring forth the sacrament ~
In the Dynamic Deep Dive sessions ~ we beckon forth the portals of self transformation on ever deeper levels one at a time while the others hold space.
Blindfold optional ~ Duration: 5-8hr
Group journey of blindfolded movement
...and 5meO
Essentially this would be considered a modified version of a bottoms up ceremony (lighter dosage) with the intention of dynamic exploration of 5 space through blindfolded contact improvisational movement ~
Don't just commune with the divine.. dance with it.. dance like nobody's watching.
Blindfolded ~ Duration: Timeless
(Requires Previous Experience)
~ About Us ~
ArKadian Grove was founded by ET ~ Ethan Clarkmoore who has facilitated blindfolded movement workshops for over 15 years in the Seattle/Portland area. Over the years he's seen the transformational healing from touch positive safe space bless many lives and it has become a deeply meaningful spiritual ritual for connecting with the profound and subtle energies within.
After experiencing the combination of 5meO-DMT and blindfolded movement it became obvious that the two together provided a unique and unparalleled portal into this divine world of ineffable formless emergence while the embodied aspect of movement allows us to anchor and vent the flow of the psychedelic experience.
His global search continues for a shamanic spiritual tradition for transcendental connection with source that is not unlike the ritual he's evolved over the years as many spiritual traditions have included the use of blindfolds to increase an inner sight of the spiritual world.
You can read more about this blindfolded movement workshop called Wombology here: Www.BlindfoldDance.com
Wombology events are sober and non-sultry. We dance to have fun, process life, speak a somatic language and connect to source through a dynamic dance with the liquidlike nature of the universe. Since 2007 we've held safe space for each others uncertainty to relax and feel held through the language of body movement and the language of breath ~ both of which transcends all spoken languages.
There is no particular goal to Wombology, just keep moving through the blindfield. We keep it low and slow on a squishy soft dance floor. With sighted safety, nonverbal communication tools and solid consent agreements we can explore what the blindfield has to teach us. Bathing your objective world seeing eyeballs in a somatic subjective sensory sea. It's a kinesthetic wonderland of movement.
Wombology: A balanced state of continual flux and change ~ within a container that is also in a state of evolving homeostasis ~ the best example of which is the womb.. a place we all come from.. a place of profound connection to source.
~ Experiences ~
Personal journey to find your ideal shwirLeveL ~
This journey is yours and yours alone, it's within the sacred seas of self we swim into the depths with gentle mindfulness and grace.
Our goal is not to blast off into the vast expanse of the macrocosm.. it's to gently ease your microcosmic orb of awesome into alignment with the macrocosmic orb of awe. This is a fine tuned calibration of self to the liquid-like nature of the universe spread over the course of two or three sessions so as not to expect too much within one session and to release fears that block one to the subtle space hidden within.
We encourage the use of body movement to ground and vent the psychedelic experience. You'll have a squishy movement space to roll around on prior to exploring psychedelic states.
Starting off with the vape pen method of administration is like free diving from the surface of the objective world into the subjective depths of a psychedelic sea. When appropriate we'll graduate to the lamp at a low/medium dose so we can tease out your ideal dance with the divine.
The lamp has the quality of breaking open a portal into another world. Where the vape pen is like free diving, the lamp is like a diving board allowing you to dive deep into the portal of self which begins a process of self transformation.
By the end of the two or three session period we hope to have a quantifiable amount with which you can give facilitators in helping you dive into your future explorations with 5meO. With our gentle approach we seek to maximize experiential recall while diving deep into the psychedelic sea.. to bring oneself to the threshold of ego dissolution without forcing you through.
A blindfold will be provided as an option to explore your commitment to uncertainty, but know that the movement time you share with yourself about the movement space will be solo and all your own.
It's important to note and understand that even using vape pen method of such a powerful psychedelic such as 5meO can have profound and even potentially unpredictable effects. It is therefore imperative that it be administered in a safe container by a trained professional with proper consideration and mindfulness to both preparation and the integration process.
Session Duration: 3-5hr
This is a small group journey and deep dive into the divine. By now you should know your shwirLeveL and you want to explore the depths.
In the Dynamic Deep Dive sessions ~ we beckon forth the portals of self transformation on ever deeper levels one at a time while the others hold space.
We encourage the use of body movement to ground and vent the psychedelic experience. After we establish the container and our circle of consent you'll have a squishy movement space to roll around on prior to exploring psychedelic states both collectively as we will dive into a 10-15 minute round of blindfolded improvisational movement before getting to the psychedelic portion of the evening and individually before your personal dive.
~ ~ ~ After we shwirL in the collective vibrations of connection.. we put away the blindfolds and bring forth the sacrament ~
Starting off with the vape pen method of administration we will free dive from the objective world into the subjective depths of the psychedelic sea. This will loosen and relax the neural structure of the medial cortex in the brain. When appropriate we'll graduate to the lamp at the perfect dose so you can dance with the divine.
The lamp has the quality of breaking open a portal into another world. Where the vape pen is like gently free diving into deeper waters, the lamp is like a diving board allowing you to dive deep into the portal of self which begins a process of self transformation.
Our goal is to maximize recall while diving deep into the psychedelic sea.. to bring oneself to the threshold of ego dissolution with a choice to surrender without forcing you through.
Session Duration: 8hr
What is the Circle of Five?
~ a combination of low dose 5meO with improvisational blindfolded movement
We often perceive the world through our eyes, relying on visual input to understand our surroundings. But what about the parts of ourselves that remain unseen—the hidden aspects that yearn for recognition and connection?
Enter proprioception, our body's remarkable ability to sense its own movements, actions, and position. Think of it as an internal GPS that guides us without conscious effort. Our muscles, tendons, and joints communicate with our brain, allowing us to coordinate movements, maintain balance, and even touch our nose with our eyes closed. It’s crucial for coordination, balance, and fluid movement.
Using a blindfold to block the optical input of our sighted self, forces us to rely on sightless kinesthetic sensory cues—our proprioceptive relationship with the environment within the blindfield. Gradually attuning us to the subtle shifts within us, allowing the unseen parts of our being to evolve.
Many spiritual traditions use the blindfold to increase inner spirit sight and in a similar way we enhance our ability to see into the dynamic unfolding world that 5meO presents.
On a neurological level 5meO has a neurogenesis effect and increases the number of communicative 'fingers' (dendritic spine formation) on neurons of the medial cortex in the brain and our overall brain connectivity and adaptability, also known as neuroplasticity. The psychedelic state induced interpolates order and form from the formless sensory input. When we immerse ourselves in a somatic sensory environment that’s in constant flux it maximizes the interpolative aspect of 5meO giving birth to meaning.
Contact improvisational blindfolded movement is, on its own, a window into the liquid-like nature of the universe, an experience some might feel as a divine communion. Divine meaning that which aligns, nourishes and relaxes you into your highest good ~ whatever that is for you. With CI there's a somatic download the dancers share with each other when relaxing into one another creatively.
5meO is also a window into this subjective realm in which the objective world melts away. Together they provide a unique and unparalleled portal into this divine world of ineffable formless emergence from source while the embodied aspect of movement allows us to anchor and vent the flow of the psychedelic experience.
Essentially this would be considered a modified version of a bottoms up ceremony with the intention of dynamic exploration of 5 space through blindfolded contact improvisational movement ~ don't just commune with the divine.. dance with it.. dance like nobody's watching.
Aspirants to the Circle of Five ritual must have a familiarity with both 5meO and blindfolded movement in a safe way with high level boundary clarity and integrity
Session Duration: Timeless ~
~ Mission Statement ~
At ArKadian Grove, we facilitate transformative experiences that connect individuals to the divine through embodied practices of blindfolded movement and psychedelic exploration in a safe and educational way.
We honor the liquid-like nature of the universe by guiding participants through a journey of personal and collective evolution, grounded in the understanding of five manifestations of creation and their relationship to the five elements water, fire, Earth, air and spirit/wood ~ with the five aspects of mind; the mirror-like nature of mind (water), the child-like nature of mind (fire), equanimous-like nature of mind (earth), the sky-like nature of mind (air), and wisdom-like nature of mind (spirit/wood).
We are deeply committed to the safety, health and well being of those we deem a good fit for the administration of our sacrament and do a full health screening to make that determination using the best resources available to us.
We further demonstrate this commitment by getting the medical certifications and tools necessary to hold safe space and feel knowledgeable and capable in case those skills are needed.
We are deeply committed to educating those who seek our services by educating them on the benefits and risks to the best of our ability so they can make a clear and informed choice to participate in our services.
We further demonstrate this with mindful follow up and care to the continued integration of their experience. We aid in helping participants find additional resources should their need be beyond the scope of our practice.
Through our experienced-based spiritual practice and the use of sacrament and heart centered blindfolded movement, we aim to illuminate shadows, foster self-love and consent culture, and cultivate a shared sense of community.
Together, we are committed to weaving a tapestry of intention, nourishing the highest potential in ourselves and others as we surrender to the flow of source consciousness through divine will, embodied movement, grace and gratitude.
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